Toby Ord is a philosopher and researcher best known for his work on global priorities and the long-term future of humanity. He is a co-founder of Giving What We Can, an organization that promotes effective altruism and encourages people to pledge a portion of their income to charitable causes. Ord has also contributed significantly to discussions on existential risks—events that could lead to human extinction or permanent societal collapse—and has written extensively on the importance of addressing these risks.
In addition to his advocacy and philosophical work, Toby Ord is affiliated with the Future of Humanity Institute at the University of Oxford, where he explores topics related to the long-term impacts of technology and global challenges. His book, "The Precipice: Existential Risk and the Future of Humanity," discusses different types of existential risks and argues for a proactive approach to safeguarding humanity's future.
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